Senior Social Worker (Redeployment 21681)
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Job Summary
- Suffolk County Council
- Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid & Community working in Suffolk
- Salary: 41502 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- Hours: 37 flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
Sensing Change is a specialist team within Adult Social Care at Suffolk County Council dedicated to supporting individuals with sight and/or hearing loss across the county. We deliver a comprehensive range of services including Social Work & Assessment Vision Rehabilitation and tailored Sensory Support. Our focus is on early intervention and prevention enabling people to maintain and enhance their independence.
We are pleased to announce that we are looking for a Senior Social Worker to lead our Social Work & Assessment Team.
Your role and responsibilities
- In this role you will provide guidance and support to social workers and other professionals helping them to grow and develop.
- Youlltake the lead in supervising and mentoring the team ensuring everyone feels supported and confident in their work.
- Alongside supporting the teamyoullmanage a caseload of complex cases making sure everything meets performance standards and follows best practice.
You will need
- Werelooking for someone who has a qualification in British Sign Language and is willing to continue training to reach an advanced level.
- An understanding of Deaf culture and identity is essential asitsa key part of the work we do.
- An awareness of the issues facing individuals with sight loss will also be valuable to bring to the role.
- An understanding of the needs of people with dual sensory loss and either hold the Deafblind Assessor Qualification or be prepared to work towards it.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
- As a well-established and highly skilled and experienced team we combineexpertisewith a genuine commitment to improving lives.
- We are passionate about promoting the needs of people with sensory impairments and pride ourselves on delivering exceptional person-centred support.
- Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your existing skills will be nurtured and developed.
- There is a strong culture of learning and development within theteamand we actively encourage staff to undertake training opportunities to enhance their roles.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
Please contact Caroline Carrfor a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing .
How to apply
Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 -Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the Person Profile sectionof theJPP.
- You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to applyIf you are disabled and/or haveadditionalsupport needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator.
You can find examples ofpossible adjustmentsonourReasonable Adjustment pages. Ifyoureinvited to the next stageyoullhave another chance to request adjustments.
Closing date:11.30pm 21 December 2025
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Motivational Interviewing
- Acute Care
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavioral Health
- Intake Experience
- Hospice Care
- Case Management
- Home Care
- Child Welfare
- Experience with Children
- Social Work
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven ... View more
